The SkyePod French Friday: 2026 Predictions
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Dec 26, 2025 
David French, a conservative commentator and author, joins to tackle bold predictions for 2026. They debate whether Texas might elect a Democratic senator for the first time in decades and analyze potential state bans on youth social media. Intriguingly, they explore the implications of Spielberg's theory about UFOs and discuss the likelihood of Trump appointing another Supreme Court justice. Additionally, they reflect on the decline of transgender identification among young adults, marking a significant cultural shift.
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Nolan's Epic Could Top 2026 Box Office
- Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey has blockbuster potential because Nolan makes 'talk' films that still draw mass audiences.
- Skye and David see Nolan's vision and an original epic story as big box-office advantages in 2026.
Texas Senate Flip Is Plausible, Not Probable
- A Democratic Senate win in Texas is plausible but hinges on candidate matchups and a poor Republican nominee.
- David highlights primary dynamics and the risk of Ken Paxton winning the GOP primary as decisive factors.
Policy Momentum Against Youth Social Media
- Momentum is building for state-level limits on youth social media access driven by harms to children.
- David and Skye expect more phone bans in schools and age-gating laws even as constitutional questions persist.